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Science & Technology UPSC PYQ 2018

32 questions from the UPSC 2018 examination. Showing a preview of 3 below — generate a full practice test to solve the rest.

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1Medium2 marks
In which of the following areas can GPS technology be used?1. Mobile phone operations2. Banking operations3. Controlling the power gridsSelect the correct answer using the code given below:
A1 only
B2 and 3 only
C1 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3
2Easyprelims2 marks
Computer & Information Technology
When the alarm of your smartphone rings in the morning, you wake up and tap it to stop the alarm on which your geyser to be switched on automatically. The smart mirror in your bathroom shows the day's weather and also indicates the level of water in your overhead tank. After you take some groceries from your refrigerator for making breakfast, it recognizes the shortage of stock in it and places an order for the supply of fresh grocery items. When you step out of your house and lock the door, all lights, fans, geysers and AC machines get switched off automatically. On your way to office, your car warns you about traffic congestion ahead and suggests an alternative route, and if you are late for a meeting, it sends a message to your office accordingly. In the context of emerging communication technologies, which one of the following terms best applies to the above scenario?
ABorder Gateway Protocol
BInternet of Things
CInternet Protocol
DVirtual Private Network
3Mediumprelims2 marks
Biotechnology & Genetics
With reference to the Genetically Modified mustard (GM mustard) developed in India, consider the following statements:
1. GM mustard has the genes of a soil bacterium that give the plant the property of pest-resistance to a wide variety of pests.
2. GM mustard has the genes that allow the plant cross-pollination and hybridization.
3. GM mustard has been developed jointly by the IARI and Punjab Agricultural University.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A1 and 3 only
B2 only
C2 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3

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